LD LDDDQ10 Operating instructions

USER´S MANUAL

BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG

MANUEL D`UTILISATION

MANUAL DE USUARIO

INSTRUKCJA OBSŁUGI

MANUALE D‘ USO

LD DDQ SERIES

DSP-CONTROLLED 2-WAY ACTIVE SPEAKER

LDDDQ10 / LDDDQ12

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Thank you for choosing LD Systems!

We have designed this product to operate reliably over many years. Therefore LD Systems guarantees for high

quality products with its name and many years of experience as a producer.

Please, take a few moments to read these instructions carefully, as we want you to enjoy your new LD Systems

products quickly and to the fullest.

For information about LD Systems check out our website WWW.LD-SYSTEMS.COM

Introduction

Their outstanding performance of the LD Systems DDQ series is the result of a precise design and perfect

features that deserve top marks across the board.

The DDQ systems are loaded with Faital Pro woofers and BMS tweeters. They are driven separately by two Hypex

UCD400 400W power stage modules.

The signal is processed by a Sharc DSP programmed especially for the DDQ active systems with converters that

have a remarkable dynamic range of 127dB. It handles all protection functions, whereby the predictive peak

limiter is especially worthy of mention. With a look ahead time of 1 millisecond, it ensures absolutely distortion-

free reproduction even at maximum volume.

The bass-reﬂex cabinet of the DDQ active speaker is made of multiplex. Thanks to the innovative Evolutive

handles and their comparatively low weight, the DDQ 10" and 12" active speakers are easy to transport. They

are designed for all PA applications: for mobile use, permanent installation, compact systems, FOH systems or

delay lines. Thanks to their integral 50° angle, they can also be used as active monitors. All DDQ systems are

made in Germany!

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LD DDQSERIES

DSP-CONTROLLED 2-WAY ACTIVE SPEAKER

LDDDQ10 / LDDDQ12

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1. Please read this information carefully.

2. Keep all information and instructions in a safe place.

3. Please follow the instructions.

4. Please observe all warnings. Don‘t remove safety instructions or any other information located on the device.

5. Use the device only in the intended manner.

6. Use only stable and appropriate stands and/or mounts when the device is permanently installed. Make certain

that wall brackets are ﬁrmly secured. Make certain that the unit is installed securely and cannot fall down.

7. When installing please observe the corresponding safety standards for your country.

8. Do not install the device near radiators, heat accumulators, ovens or other sources of heat. Make certain that

the device is always installed so that is cooled sufﬁciently and cannot overheat.

9. Do not place open sources of ignition, e.g., burning candles, on the device.

10. Do not cover ventilation slots.

11. Do not operate the device in the immediate vicinity of water. Do not expose this equipment to combustible

materials, liquids or gases.

12. Please make certain that dripping or splashing water cannot get inside the device. Do not put objects ﬁlled

with ﬂuids, such as vases or drinking vessels, on top of the device.

13. Make certain that objects cannot fall into the device.

14. Use the device only with accessories with which the manufacturer intends the device to be used.

15. CAUTION: If this device has a mains connector equipped with protective earth, it must be connected to a

mains socket with a protective ground connection. Never disable the function of the protective ground connection

of the included power cord.

16. Do not turn on the device immediately if it was exposed to strong temperature ﬂuctuations (for example after

transportation). Moisture and condensation may damage the device. Leave the device switched off until it has

reached room temperature.

17. Do not open the device and do not make any changes to the device.

18. Before connecting to mains power, make certain that the mains voltage and the mains frequency are the

same as the operating values of the device (see type label). If the device is equipped with a supply voltage selec-

tor switch, make certain that the values of the device match the values of the mains power before connecting.

If the plug on the included cord does not ﬁt your mains outlet, contact your electrician.

19. Make certain that the power cord is not stepped on. Protect the power cord against pinching, especially at

the device plug and the power plug.

20. In order to prevent damage or accidents, for example, due to tripping hazards, check all connections once

you have connected the device.

21. When connecting the device, make certain that the power plug remains readily accessible.

Always pull out the power plug when the device is not in use or when you clean the device. Disconnect the

power cord by pulling the plug not the cable. Never touch the power cable and power adapter with wet hands.

22. Avoid switching the device on and off at short intervals, because it may shorten the durability of the device.

23. IMPORTANT: Replace fuse only by fuse of same type and rating! If fuse blows repeatedly please contact

authorized service center!

24. In order to disconnect the device completely from the mains voltage, the power plug must be unplugged.

25. If your device is equipped with a Volex power connector, the matching Volex device plug must be unlocked

in order to disconnect it. This also means that a tug on the power cord can pull the device out of place, thus

causing personal injuries and/or property damage. Thus please make certain to route your cables carefully.

PREVENTIVE MEASURES:

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26. If there is a risk of lightning strike or during extended periods of disuse, unplug the power plug.

27. During transport, make certain that the equipment being transported cannot fall down and possibly

cause personal injuries and/or property damage.

28. If your device no longer works properly, if it has been exposed to liquids or an object has fallen inside it or

if it has been damaged in some other manner, turn the device off immediately und unplug the power plug. This

device should be repaired only by authorized experts.

29. Use only a dry cloth to clean the device.

30. Comply with all of the disposal laws that are applicable in your country. During disposal, please separate

plastic and paper/cardboard.

31. Plastic bags must be kept out of the reach of children.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

PREVENTIVE MEASURES:

CAUTION:

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer

servicing to qualiﬁed personnel.

The lightning ﬂash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the

user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product´s enclosure that may be

of sufﬁcient magnitude to constitute a risk to persons.

The exclamation mark within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of

important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the

appliance.

CAUTION! HIGH VOLUME!

This product is designed for professional use. Therefore the commercial use of this equipment is liable to the

rules and regulations of the Accident Prevention & Insurance Association of your industry sector. Adam Hall as a

manufacturer is bound to inform you formally about the existence of eventual sanitary risks.

Risk of hearing damage due to prolonged exposure to excessive volumes: When using this product high sound

pressure levels (SPL) can be generated, sufﬁcient to cause permanent hearing damage to performers, production

crew and audience members. Caution should be taken to avoid prolonged exposure SPL in excess of 90 dB.

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3

5

6

2

1

4

10

9

8

7

11 12

REAR/ CONTROLS (LDDDQ12 PICTURED):

1ANALOG INPUT

Balanced XLR line input (23 dBu max.).

2INPUT LINK

Balanced XLR line output

3SUB OUT

Balanced XLR subwoofer line output

4GAIN DB

Input sensitivity control with respect to the volume

of the ampliﬁer module. If the maximum input

level (23dBu) is exceeded, this is indicated by

collective ﬂashing of LEDs 7-10. In this case,

reduce the level of the signal source to avoid

negative effects on the sound.

5LOW CUT / SUB OUT

Enabled switch activates both the high pass ﬁlter

for DDQ10/12 (100 Hz, 18 dB/oct. Butterworth)

and the low pass ﬁlter (100 Hz, 18 dB/oct.

Butterworth) for the SUB OUT. If the switch is not

enabled, the sub output signal is not affected by

any ﬁlter.

6GROUND LIFT

Can eliminate ground loop hum if devices with

varying ground potentials are connected.

7OPERATE LED

Lights up once the speaker system is switched on

and properly connected to the power mains.

8SIGNAL LED

Lights up when an audio signal is present at the

line input (> -30dBu).

9PEAK LIMIT LED

Lights up if the speaker is operating in the

clipping range. Brief ﬂashing is not a cause for

concern, since the internal audio limiter compen-

sates for over-modulation. Permanent illumination

should be avoided by reducing the input level.

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REAR/ CONTROLS (LDDDQ12 PICTURED):

10 LOW CUT / SUB OUT LED

Lights up if the associated switch is pressed.

11 AC INPUT

(180 - 264 V AC, 47 - 63 Hz)

Connection via the IEC power cord included.

12 POWER SWITCH

For turning the unit on and off.

REAR/ CONTROLS (LDDDQ12 PICTURED):

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LDDDQ10

dB

0

-10

-24

-30

-40

0.05 0.2 0.5 1 2 5 10 kHz

LDDDQ12

dB

0

-10

-24

-30

-40

0.05 0.2 0.5 1 2 5 10 kHz

FREQUENCY RESPONSE:

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120

180

60

0

- 60

- 120

- 180

125

200

315

500

800

1250

2000

3150

8000

5000

20000

12500

-6 dB -12 dB

Horizontal Isobars of: LD DDQ10

120

180

60

0

- 60

-120

-180

125

200

315

500

800

1250

2000

3150

8000

5000

20000

12500

Vertical Isobars of: LD DDQ10

-6 dB -12 dB

DISPERSION BEHAVIOUR:

FREQUENCY RESPONSE:

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120

180

60

0

- 60

- 120

- 180

125

200

315

500

800

1250

2000

3150

8000

5000

20000

12500

Horizontal Isobars of: LD DDQ12

-6 dB -12 dB

120

180

60

0

- 60

- 120

- 180

125

200

315

500

800

1250

2000

3150

8000

5000

20000

12500

Vertical Isobars of: LD DDQ12

-6 dB -12 dB

DISPERSION BEHAVIOUR:

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Heat Sink SIMPS Amp Power Rail

Power

Amps

2x

400W

Subwoofer

out Sym.

Clip Detect

Amp

Low Cut/

Sub Out

Gain

Encoder

Analog In

Sym.

Analog

link

Stacked ADC

24bit/48kHz

Sens. 23dBu

Dyn. 127dB

Master

Gain

2 Ch.

Gain

Delay

IlR EQ

IlR Xov

Phase

2 Ch.

High

Pass

2 Ch.

LS Peak Look ahead (1ms)

LS Thermal limiter

Amp RMS

1 Ch.

LS Peak Look ahead (1ms)

1 Ch.

Low

Pass

2 Ch DAC

max Level

13,7dBu

113dB Dyn.

1 Ch DAC

max Level

18dBu

113dB Dyn.

Limiter Decrease

Sharc

Mute Control

Onboard PS

+/- 14,4V Dig Vol.

Temp. Ctr.

µC

DISPERSION BEHAVIOUR:

DSP BLOCK DIAGRAMME:

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FRONT OF HOUSE CONFIGURATION

For the front of house application, the narrower side of the HF horn opening must face downward.

STAGE MONITOR CONFIGURATION

For use as a stage monitor, the LDDDQ10 and LDDDQ12 can be position lying on their sides (horizontal setup). If

necessary, the HF horn can be rotated by 90° in order to attain a greater

HF dispersion angle. To do this, the active speaker must ﬁrst be switched off and disconnected from the mains.

Next remove the front grille and loosen and remove the screws on the mounting ﬂange of the horn . Afterwards

the horn can be rotated by 90° and re-fastened (please never rotate more than 90°). If the HF horn is to rotated

back for a vertical setup, this must always be done in the opposite direction. Rotating the HF horn multiple times

in the same direction can damage the leads to the HF system or its terminals.

HORN CONFIGURATION:

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INSTALLATION & MOUNTING:

ADJUSTING THE SM707 CABINET FLANGE

The built-in, patented SM707 cabinet ﬂange is highly adjustable.

The SM707 permits angles of between + und - 13.5° in increments of 4.5°.

Carefully lift the cabinet a little (approx. 0.5 cm) to unlock the locking mechanism, then tilt the cabinet to the

desired position and lower it again.

FLOWN OPERATION:

The speakers are equipped with appropriate ﬂyware for ﬂown operation.

The LD DDQ series speakers have M8 threads for use with M8 eyelet bolts, which can be used to suspend the

speakers

on chains with snap hooks or wire ropes.

Please use only appropriately certiﬁed, undamaged ﬂyware (ﬂying points,

eyelet bolts, snap hooks, chains, wire ropes, etc.). Please also observe the corresponding requirements

for ﬂown operation above persons in correspondingly applicable regulations (varies from country to country)!

As an alternative to ﬂying points, the speakers can be ﬂown using the LDDDQ10SB and LDDDQ12SB swing bra-

ckets developed especially for the LD DDQ series. The assembly instructions can be found on the next two pages

of this user's manual. The swing brackets can be fastened securely to crossbar systems, for example, using the

optional Adam Hall SCP838 "self-lock" hooks.

MAINTENANCE:

The best way to clean the surface of the loudspeaker‘s cabinet is to use a dry, medium-hard brush (wallpaper

brush). Use only a dry cloth to clean the control panel.

Pivot point

+/- 13,5°

Lift cabinet

Caution! Please hold the

cabinet securely!

Tilt cabinet to the

desired position.

Lower cabinet again.

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SWING BRACKET LDDDQ10SB:

2

4

1

3

4

3

2

1BRACKET

2LEVER BOLT

3STEEL WASHER

4RUBBER WASHER

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SWING BRACKET LDDDQ10SB:

SWING BRACKET LDDDQ12SB:

1BRACKET

2LEVER BOLT

3STEEL WASHER

4RUBBER WASHER

5HANDLE FRAME

6SEMICIRCULAR NUT

1

2

3

4

4 3

6

5

4

2

3

4

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ACCESSORIES:

LDDDQ10B / LDDDQ12B

Protective cover for LDDDQ10 / LDDDQ12

LDDDQ10SB / LDDDQ12SB

Swing bracket for LDDDQ10 / LDDDQ12

LDDDQ10WB / LDDDQ12WB

Wall bracket for LDDDQ10 / LDDDQ12

SMBS5

Wall mount

SPS023S / SPS023

Speaker stands

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ACCESSORIES:

SPECIFICATIONS:

Product type: PA speaker, DSP-controlled PA speaker, DSP-controlled

Type: Active Active

Woofer size: " 10 12

Woofer size: mm 254 305

Woofer magnet: neodymium neodymium

Woofer brand: Faital Pro (10PR300, 4 ohms) Faital Pro (12PR300, 4 ohms)

Woofer voice coil: „ 2,5 2,5

Woofer voice coil: mm 63,5 63,5

Horn: asymmetrical horn asymmetrical horn

Tweeter size: " 1 1

Tweeter size: mm 25,4 25,4

Tweeter magnet: ceramic ceramic

Tweeter brand: BMS 4524 BMS 4524

Tweeter voice coil: " 1 1

Tweeter voice coil: mm 25,4 25,4

Dispersion angle (H

x V):

° 80 x 60 asymmetrical 80 x 50 asymmetrical

AD/DA converter: 24-bit / 48 kHz 24-bit / 48 kHz

DSP: Sharc Sharc

Ampliﬁer: 2 x Class D Hypex UCD400 2 x Class D Hypex UCD400

Woofer output (RMS): W 400 400

Tweeter power output

(RMS):

W 400 400

Frequency range: Hz 59 - 20.000 54 - 20.000

Crossover frequency: Hz 1.500 1.500

Max. SPL (continuous): dB 119.5 @ 100 - 10,000Hz continuous

program

121 @ 100 - 10,000Hz continuous

program

Max. SPL (peak): dB 132* 134*

Protection: DSP-based "look ahead" limiter, RMS

speaker limiter, RMS power supply

limiter, overvoltage, overcurrent

DSP-based "look ahead" limiter, RMS

speaker limiter, RMS power supply

limiter, overvoltage, overcurrent

Input impedance: kOhms 10 10

Input sensitivity: dBu max. 23 max. 23

Controls: Gain dB, low-cut / sub out, ground lift,

power switch

Gain dB, low-cut / sub out, ground

lift, power switch

Indicators: Operate, signal, peak limit, low-cut

/ sub out

Operate, signal, peak limit, low-cut

/ sub out

Line inputs: 1 1

Line input connectors: XLR XLR

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Line outputs: Input link, sub out Input link, sub out

Line output connectors: XLR XLR

Operating voltage: 180 - 264 V AC, 47 - 63 Hz 180 - 264 V AC, 47 - 63 Hz

Cabinet material: 15mm birch plywood 15mm birch plywood

Cabinet surface: PA painting PA painting

Cabinet type: bass reﬂex bass reﬂex

Monitor angle: ° 50 50

Width: mm 315 360

Height: mm 530 600

Depth: mm 370 378

Weight: kg 15,5 17

Other features: LD SYSTEMS Evolutive handles, 36

mm cabinet ﬂange, adjustable verti-

cal tilt (SM707), swing-bracket-ready,

switchable high pass ﬁlter (100 Hz,

Butterworth, 18 dB)

LD SYSTEMS Evolutive handles,

36 mm cabinet ﬂange, adjustable

vertical tilt (SM707), swing-bracket-

ready, switchable high pass ﬁlter

(100 Hz, Butterworth, 18 dB)

*Short term max. SPL peak @ 1m

with pink noise

*Short term max. SPL peak @ 1m

with pink noise

SPECIFICATIONS:

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MANUFACTURER´S DECLARATIONS:

LIMITED WARRANTY

This Limited Warranty applies to the Adam Hall, LD Systems, Defender, Palmer, Cameo and Eminence branded

products.

The statutory warranty rights towards the seller are not affected by this guarantee. In fact, it justiﬁes, additional

independent warranty claims towards Adam Hall.

Adam Hall warrants that the Adam Hall product you have purchased from Adam Hall or from an Adam Hall autho-

rized reseller is free from defects in materials or workmanship under normal use for a period of 2 or 3 years from

the date of purchase.

The Limited Warranty Period starts on the date of purchase. In order to receive warranty services you are requi-

red to provide proof of the purchase date. Your dated sales or delivery receipt, showing the date of purchase,

is your proof of the purchase date. Should products of the brands named above be in need of repair within the

limited warranty period, you are entitled to warranty services according to the terms and conditions stated in this

document.

This Limited Warranty extends only to the original purchaser of this Adam Hall branded product and is not trans-

ferable to anyone who obtains ownership of the Adam Hall branded product from the original purchaser. During

the Limited Warranty Period, Adam Hall will repair or replace the defective component parts or the product. All

component parts or hardware products removed under this Limited Warranty become the property of Adam Hall.

In the unlikely event that your Adam Hall product has a recurring failure, Adam Hall, at its discretion, may elect to

provide you with a replacement unit of Adam Hall´s choice that is at least equivalent to your Adam Hall branded

product in hardware performance.

Adam Hall does not warrant that the operation of this product will be uninterrupted or error-free. Adam Hall is not

responsible for damage that occurs as a result of your failure to follow the instructions included with the Adam

Hall branded product.

This Limited Warranty does not apply,

- to wear parts (e.g. accumulator)

- to any product from which the serial number has been removed or that has been damaged or rendered defecti-

ve as the result of an accident

- in case of, misuse, abuse, or other external causes

- by operation outside the usage parameters stated in the user´s documentation shipped with the product by use

of spare parts not manufactured or sold by Adam Hall

- by modiﬁcation or service by anyone other than Adam Hall

These terms and conditions constitute the complete and exclusive warranty agreement between you and Adam

Hall regarding the Adam Hall branded product you have purchased.

SPECIFICATIONS:

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MANUFACTURER´S DECLARATIONS:

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

If your Adam Hall branded hardware product fails to work as warranted above, your sole and exclusive remedy

shall be repair or replacement. Adam Halls’ maximum liability under this limited warranty is expressly limited

to the lesser of the price you have paid for the product or the cost of repair or replacement of any hardware

components that malfunction in conditions of normal use.

Adam Hall is not liable for any damages caused by the product or the failure of the product, including any lost

proﬁts or savings or special, incidental, or consequential damages. Adam Hall is not liable for any claim made by

a third party or made by you for a third party.

This limitation of liability applies whether damages are sought, or claims are made, under this Limited Warranty

or as a tort claim (including negligence and strict product liability), a contract claim, or any other claim. This limi-

tation of liability cannot be waived or amended by any person. This limitation of liability will be effective even if

you have advised Adam Hall of an authorized representative of Adam Hall of the possibility of any such damages.

This limitation of liability however, will not apply to claims for personal injury.

This Limited Warranty gives you speciﬁc legal rights. You may also have other rights that may vary from state to

state or from country to country. You are advised to consult applicable state or country laws for a full determina-

tion of your rights.

REQUESTING WARRANTY-SERVICE

To request warranty service for the product, contact Adam Hall or the Adam Hall authorized reseller from which

you purchased the product.

EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

These devices meet the essential requirements and further relevant speciﬁcations of Directives 2004/108/EC

(EMC) and 2006/95/EC (LVD). For more information, see www.adamhall.com.

CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT (ELECTRICAL WASTE)

(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)

This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other household

wastes at the end of its working life. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncon-

trolled waste disposal, please separate this from other types of wastes and recycle it responsibly to promote the

sustainable reuse of material resources.

Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or their local government

ofﬁce, for details on where and how they can recycle this item in an enviromentally friendly manner.

Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract. This

product should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal.

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